1971 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1998 Subaru SVX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 Subaru SVX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Eldorado | SVX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
